Abstract

This is an initial summary report of a project taking a new and systematic approach to improvin the intellectual effectiveness of the individual human being. A detailed conceptual framework
explores the nature of the system composed of the individual and the tools, concepts, and methods that match his basic capabilities to his problems. One of the tools that shows the greatest immediate promise is the computer, when it can be harnessed for direct on-line assistance, integrated with new concepts and methods.

I . INTRODUCTION 1

II. CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK 8

III EXAMPLES AND DISCUSSION 47

IV RESEARCH RECOMMENDATIONS 115

V SUMMARY 128

VI CONCLUSIONS 131

REFERENCES 133

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Engelbart's philosophy and research agenda is most clearly and directly expressed in the 1962 research report which Engelbart refers to as his 'bible': Augmenting Human Intellect: A Conceptual Framework.